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101 Broadway Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 434-1511
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 434-1511
Ma'Kai Lounge
Categories: Lounges, Asian Fusion
Neighborhood: Santa Monica
There's "sushi" and then there "fast food sushi". Don't ever confuse the two as there is no relation. Rolling Rice delivers everything I expect of a fast food sushi place.
Though I try to avoid reviewing fast food joints and I try to avoid reviewing chains, I toss in this fast food chain because sometimes you need to pick up something on the run. I think salmon, spicy tuna, and avocado in a rice bowl beats a burger pretty much any day.
I swing through Rolling Rice regulary on my way to work and I have had nothing but very pleasant service from the gals behind the register.
Though I try to avoid reviewing fast food joints and I try to avoid reviewing chains, I toss in this fast food chain because sometimes you need to pick up something on the run. I think salmon, spicy tuna, and avocado in a rice bowl beats a burger pretty much any day.
I swing through Rolling Rice regulary on my way to work and I have had nothing but very pleasant service from the gals behind the register.
On a recent trip to Seattle I had the chance to experience Serious Pie with a group of new acquaintances, many of whom I'd known previously online. As much as I enjoyed the smart table conversation, the food definitely was the highlight.
I ordered the roasted chanterelles and truffle cheese pizza (pie) because when I see the word "truffle" the entire rest of the menu disappears. Though it was superb, I did trade half of it with foodie Don MacAskill for half of his cherry bomb peppers and sweet fennel sausage pizza. Yum.
Now, I feel the need to eat through the rest of the menu, but have no idea when I will have the opportunity to get back to Seattle.
I ordered the roasted chanterelles and truffle cheese pizza (pie) because when I see the word "truffle" the entire rest of the menu disappears. Though it was superb, I did trade half of it with foodie Don MacAskill for half of his cherry bomb peppers and sweet fennel sausage pizza. Yum.
Now, I feel the need to eat through the rest of the menu, but have no idea when I will have the opportunity to get back to Seattle.
You've got two Brittish pub choices on Santa Monica Blvd near 3rd Street. As much as I enjoy the atmosphere and good times at Ye Olde Kings Head, I have to admit the food at The Britannia is superior. The upstairs seating can be a bit stifling if the weather is hot, but downstairs always seems fine. It looks like the limited seating gets filled up quickly on busy nights, but The Britannia has been a great choice for http://ThursdayLunch.com outings and they've always worked out a way to seat our group.
1112 Walnut St
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Emery Theatre - CLOSED
Categories: Performing Arts, Music Venues
Neighborhood: Over-the-Rhine
Though the Emery Theater has been closed since 1999, I have fond memories of this wonderful historic landmark. In the mid 1980's I and some friends occasionally attended the (monthly?) movie and organ events held at the Emery Theater. There was generally a double feature of wonderful old movies from the 30's-50's with a long intermission where a master organist played the theater's authentic Mighty Wurlitzer pipe organ. After the second movie, the audience was often allowed *inside* the organ chamber as it was playing. Wow! That's not an experience many people will get and not one I will ever forget. Thanks for the memories, Emery.
2301 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 453-5442
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 453-5442
Bistro of Santa Monica
Category: Italian
Neighborhood: Santa Monica
Bistro of Santa Monica has fine Italian menu selections and a fine atmosphere and service to match. I enjoyed the Veal Limone entree I ordered and it made a fairly nice, light lunch.
My main complaint is the parking. There are only a few spaces directly behind the restaurant (all taken), and street parking was either full or forbidden for a long ways around.
If I knew there was a spot waiting for me, I would definitely be back, but otherwise...
My main complaint is the parking. There are only a few spaces directly behind the restaurant (all taken), and street parking was either full or forbidden for a long ways around.
If I knew there was a spot waiting for me, I would definitely be back, but otherwise...
958 S Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 441-4353
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 441-4353
El Cholo Pasadena
Categories: Nightlife, Restaurants
El Cholo is a Los Angeles landmark. Er, several landmarks as it has turned into a bit of a chain. Even so, this restaurant offers a great experience all around for small lunches and large dinner parties. The decor is authentic, the food plentiful and delicious.
I'm a fan of the green corn tamales, but they are not offered when out of season. El Cholo is one of the few places where we are willing to pay (too much) for guacamole made table-side. Though it sometimes comes out mediocre, there have been enough times that it has been the best guacamole we have ever tasted that we keep rolling the dice to relive that experience.
With chips, guacamole, and the large combination appetizer platter, a party of six will wish they had ordered less food by the time the entrees arive.
I'm a fan of the green corn tamales, but they are not offered when out of season. El Cholo is one of the few places where we are willing to pay (too much) for guacamole made table-side. Though it sometimes comes out mediocre, there have been enough times that it has been the best guacamole we have ever tasted that we keep rolling the dice to relive that experience.
With chips, guacamole, and the large combination appetizer platter, a party of six will wish they had ordered less food by the time the entrees arive.
I was a little shocked when I first walked in to Tokyo Table. "Trendy" and "Arcadia" aren't usually together in the same sentence.
This restaurant feels like it was transplanted out of the Westside with the decor, music, art, lighting, servers, and everything coming together to make a great experience. Oh yeah, I forgot to mention the food which is Asian fusion at its best. Every dish is delectable and I'm disappointed when I get full because there are a couple more items I would like to try. There's always next time...
Though the restaurant is fairly new, all of their great Westside attributes are being appreciated by the San Gabriel Valley crowd and business seems to be booming.
At least they left in this touch of Arcadia: You have to go to the mall to eat at Tokyo Table.
Update: The menu a Tokyo Table has changed a couple times since the first review. Though I still like the experience of going to this restaurant, I am not quite as thrilled with all of the food selections. Definitely worth trying, though. Plus, they have Echigo beer--the good stuff imported from Japan.
This restaurant feels like it was transplanted out of the Westside with the decor, music, art, lighting, servers, and everything coming together to make a great experience. Oh yeah, I forgot to mention the food which is Asian fusion at its best. Every dish is delectable and I'm disappointed when I get full because there are a couple more items I would like to try. There's always next time...
Though the restaurant is fairly new, all of their great Westside attributes are being appreciated by the San Gabriel Valley crowd and business seems to be booming.
At least they left in this touch of Arcadia: You have to go to the mall to eat at Tokyo Table.
Update: The menu a Tokyo Table has changed a couple times since the first review. Though I still like the experience of going to this restaurant, I am not quite as thrilled with all of the food selections. Definitely worth trying, though. Plus, they have Echigo beer--the good stuff imported from Japan.
My favorite place for late-night sashimi in West LA. Raku is open until 1:30am or later (call to verify). Recommended to me by a great sushi chef, Raku does not serve sushi, but does have an extensive selection of sashimi and other Japanese and Korean dishes.
3000 W Olympic Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 449-4000
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 449-4000
LA Farm
Category: American (New)
Neighborhood: Santa Monica
I rarely give a restaurant five stars on my first visit, but all the signs point to me loving LA Farm over the long haul. The food was fantastic (I ordered the white fish), the presentation excellent, and the service impeccable. What I liked best, though, were the decor and ambiance. When I stepped into the restaurant I felt like I had flown away for a retreat and worldly cares were nowhere to be found. This won't be one of your regular spots if you care about money, but it should definitely be on your list to try at least once.
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I expect to pay a premium for food on Ocean, but $5 for a small side of fries is absurd, given that the fries should have come free with the sandwich and should not have been colder than room temperature. I did enjoy the $12 "three cheese panini" which is basically a fancy cheese BLT with a touch of spiciness.
Things I did not enjoy include the long wait for the food which trickled out from the kitchen over a period of 20-30 minutes before everybody in our party was served (even though we were the only 10 people in the entire restaurant) nor did I enjoy the 20% tip added to the bill. Though the service was pleasant, 20% is a bit presumptuous.
If you're in the area for lunch, I recommend skipping Ma'Kai and heading right across the street to "i Cugini" where you can get amazing food with amazing service for a bit more (but totally worth it).